VANGUARD

MMSI 431028395

85 km S of Fukushima, Miyazaki, Japan

Last seen

30.7301° N, 130.9916° E

30.7301° N, 130.9916° E

Speed5.6kn
Course1°
DestinationCLASS B

Voyage

Destination
CLASS B
Speed
5.6 kn
Course
1°
Heading
1°
Position
30.7301° N, 130.9916° E
Last report
30 Oct 2026, 05:44 UTC
Nearest port
Fukushima, Miyazaki85 km S of the port

Particulars

MMSI
431028395
Type
TugAIS type 52
Length
16 m
Beam
4 m

Not broadcast: ETA, call sign, IMO number and draught.

About VANGUARD

VANGUARD (MMSI 431028395) is a tug registered in Japan. It is 16 m long and 4 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 30 Oct 2026 at 05:44 UTC, placed it 85 km S of Fukushima, Miyazaki, Japan. It was moving at 5.6 knots on a course of 1°. The crew reported CLASS B as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is VANGUARD now?

VANGUARD was last reported 85 km S of Fukushima, Miyazaki, Japan on 30 Oct 2026 at 05:44 UTC. It was moving at 5.6 knots on a course of 1°.

What type of ship is VANGUARD?

VANGUARD is a tug. It is 16 m long and 4 m wide.

What is the MMSI number of VANGUARD?

The MMSI of VANGUARD is 431028395.

What flag does VANGUARD fly?

VANGUARD sails under the flag of Japan (JP).

Where is VANGUARD going?

VANGUARD reported its destination as CLASS B.

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